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Elijah Casting Off His Mantle (graphite wash)
XYC306187 Elijah Casting Off His Mantle (graphite wash) by Ward, James (1769-1859); 21.1x21.9 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12841054
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the timeless beauty of art into your home with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints. Featuring the captivating "Elijah Casting Off His Mantle (graphite wash)" by James Ward (1769-1859), this exquisite work of art is now accessible in the form of a high-quality poster print. Originally housed in the Paul Mellon Collection at the Yale Center for British Art, this English masterpiece, which is now out of copyright, is a stunning depiction of the biblical prophet Elijah passing on his mantle to Elisha. Add an element of sophistication and culture to any room with this beautiful and authentic replica.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 43.1cm x 42cm (17" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this graphite wash print titled "Elijah Casting Off His Mantle" artist James Ward takes us on a journey through the pages of the Old Testament. The image portrays a pivotal moment in biblical history, as Elijah, a revered prophet, casts off his mantle and prepares for his ascent to heaven. The scene is filled with speed, action, and movement. Two powerful horses rear up in anticipation while clouds swirl around them. A chariot awaits Elijah's arrival, ready to carry him towards the heavens. The sketch-like quality of the drawing adds an element of rawness and immediacy to the composition. Ward skillfully captures both the physicality and spiritual significance of this event. As Elijah sheds his mantle - symbolizing his earthly duties - he embarks on a divine journey towards higher realms. This depiction serves as a reminder of faith's ability to transcend boundaries and connect humanity with something greater than ourselves. Displayed at Yale Center for British Art as part of their esteemed Paul Mellon Collection, this artwork showcases Ward's mastery in capturing dramatic moments from religious narratives. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as ascension, heavenly realms, and prophetic calling. This stunning print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate not only Ward's artistic talent but also delve into the rich tapestry of Christian iconography that has shaped our cultural heritage throughout centuries.
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